Bar Manager / Juinor Sommelier

Lola Hospitality; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing options may be available

Job summary

LoLa 41 Aspen is seeking a passionate Bar Manager / Junior Sommelier to lead our beverage program, oversee bar operations, and deliver exceptional guest experiences in a high-volume, upscale setting.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in upscale beverage service, strong wine knowledge, and leadership skills; wine certification is a plus, with housing options possibly available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in upscale or high-volume restaurant beverage service, bartending, or bar supervision.
• Strong wine knowledge across major regions, varietals, producers, and food pairings.
• Wine certification is a plus and helpful for development of the program.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily bar operations, ensuring efficient service and beverage quality.
• Lead, train, and support bartenders and bar staff in a professional environment.
• Manage beverage inventory, including weekly and monthly stock counts.
• Handle beverage ordering across categories and liaise with distributors.
• Monitor beverage costs, usage, and waste to optimize profitability.
• Develop and maintain the wine program with guest-focused recommendations.
• Educate and train front-of-house staff on wines, spirits, and service standards.
• Engage with guests to deliver elevated hospitality and support management goals.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Guest service

Education

Wine certification

Tools

POS systems

Spreadsheets

Beverage inventory software

Job description

• Location: White Elephant Hotel, Aspen, Colorado

About LoLa 41:

LoLa 41 is a vibrant and globally inspired restaurant brand celebrating the diverse cuisines of the 41st parallel. With acclaimed locations in Nantucket and Boston, Massachusetts; Palm Beach and Naples, Florida; and Aspen, Colorado, LoLa 41 continues its expansion into Newport, Charleston, Winter Park, Miami, and Dallas.
\"LoLa\" stands for Longitude-Latitude, and our menu reflects a curated journey through the flavors of the world — from Japan to Portugal, Spain, and beyond. Our restaurants are known for their refined ambiance, innovative sushi, Asian specialties, thoughtfully curated wine and cocktail programs, and exceptional hospitality.

• LoLa 41 Aspen is seeking a passionate and motivated Bar Manager / Junior Sommelier to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality professional with strong beverage knowledge, a passion for wine, and the leadership skills to oversee our bar operations and beverage program.

About LoLa 41:

LoLa 41 is a vibrant and globally inspired restaurant brand celebrating the diverse cuisines of the 41st parallel. With acclaimed locations in Nantucket and Boston, Massachusetts; Palm Beach and Naples, Florida; and Aspen, Colorado, LoLa 41 continues its expansion into Newport, Charleston, Winter Park, Miami, and Dallas.
\"LoLa\" stands for Longitude-Latitude, and our menu reflects a curated journey through the flavors of the world — from Japan to Portugal, Spain, and beyond.

Our Aspen location features:

• 42 seats in the bar and dining room


• 60 seats on a fully climatized outdoor patio


• 12 seats in a lowerlevel speakeasy/private dining room

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily bar operations, ensuring efficient service, consistent beverage quality, and exceptional guest experiences.


• Lead, train, and support bartenders and bar staff while maintaining a positive, professional, and teamoriented environment.


• Take full ownership of all beverage inventory, including conducting and maintaining accurate weekly and monthly inventories of wine, spirits, beer, and all other beverage products.


• Manage all beverage ordering, ensuring appropriate stock levels, timely deliveries, and efficient purchasing across all beverage categories.


• Monitor beverage costs, product usage, inventory variances, and waste to maintain profitability and operational efficiency.


• Maintain strong relationships with beverage distributors and suppliers, coordinating orders, deliveries, product availability, and pricing.


• Oversee proper receiving, storage, organization, and rotation of all beverage inventory.


• Maintain high standards for cocktail preparation, beverage presentation, and overall bar service.


• Assist in maintaining and developing the wine program, including wine service, guest recommendations, and food and wine pairings.


• Educate and train frontofhouse staff on wines, spirits, cocktails, and beverage service standards.


• Maintain an active presence during service, supporting the team and engaging with guests to deliver an elevated hospitality experience.


• Collaborate with the culinary and management teams on beverage selections, seasonal offerings, and the overall guest experience.


• Ensure compliance with responsible alcohol service regulations, health standards, and company policies.
  

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in upscale or highvolume restaurant beverage service, bartending, or bar supervision.


• Strong wine knowledge, including familiarity with major wine regions, grape varietals, producers, vintages, and food and wine pairings.


• Wine certification is preferred a plus!


• Ability to confidently recommend, present, and serve wine while providing guests with an elevated and approachable wine experience.


• Strong working knowledge of classic cocktails, premium spirits, beer, and beverage service standards.


• Experience with beverage inventory management, ordering, purchasing, and cost control is strongly preferred.


• Strong organizational skills and the ability to independently manage all beverage ordering, weekly and monthly inventory counts, and vendor relationships.


• Familiarity with beverage inventory software, spreadsheets, and POS reporting is a plus.


• Previous leadership or supervisory experience is preferred, but we are open to a motivated candidate ready to take the next step in their career.


• Excellent communication, organizational, and guest service skills.


• Ability to lead by example, motivate a team, and maintain high standards of hospitality.


• Detailoriented, adaptable, and confident in a fastpaced, highend dining environment.


• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.


• Living in the Roaring Fork Valley is a plus, although housing options may be available for the right candidate.
  

Why Join Us:

At LoLa 41 Aspen, we take pride in delivering world-class dining and hospitality in one of the country's most exciting destinations.
This full-time position offers competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to take an active role in managing and developing the beverage program at our Aspen location.
We are looking for someone who is equally passionate about hospitality, cocktails, and wine — a hands-on leader who enjoys engaging with guests, developing their team, and taking ownership of beverage operations. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, knowledgeable about wine, and excited to continue growing within a dynamic restaurant group.